Pamela Louderback, Day 51

I decided to make my way to City Centre and take in the Christmas Continental Market today.  The weather has been a bit warmer than the last two weeks which helped considering my walk took about 30 minutes - one way.  There were all sorts of vendors and food from all over Europe represented here.  One booth even sported an individual dressed as a "Native American" hawking cheaply made dreamcatchers.  I asked him what tribe he was from but got no reply.  His website included the name Indiana in it - but was in the UK.  Anyway, overall the day was really fun, with nice weather and pleasant people.  Also, on the fringe of teh Market was a motorcycle show - approximately 12 to 15 cycles were being displayed by their proud owners.  Enjoy the pictures of City Hall, the Christmas Continental Market and the motorcycle show.

 

Entrance to Christmas Continental Market area at City Hall

There was a motorcycle show on the outer rim of the market

 Police presence as always -- there were probably a dozen bikes on display

Assorted Christmas Continental Market photos of booths and food tents

Peruvian-sthemed booth with some Native dreamcatchers and outerwear made from Llama wool

 

Tent with lots of different types of food available

 They had some great hot drinks at this place -- brisk business due in part to the cold weather!

 I had to have some of their crepes -- well worth the overpriced total

This place had some really cute hats -- hats are a huge thing here for people of all ages. 

If my daughter were here, I'm sure she'd love this place!

And pictures of City Hall are below

 Traditionally, one wishes another a "Happy' Christmas here

 Tents for the Christmas Continental Market festivities on the grounds of City Hall center

 Carousel brightly lit for the holiday season

 Entrance to City Hall